The Development of Mantra in Esoteric Buddhism within Mahāyāna and Varayāna Buddhism
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This paper (1) examined the development of mantra recitation in Esoteric Buddhism within Mahāyāna and Varayāna Buddhism, (2) briefly analysed the essence and historical development of Esoteric Buddhism from India to China and other regions, (3) examined the current and future development of mantras in Esoteric Buddhism, and (4) examines the benefit of the application of two mantras from Varayāna Buddhism, the Six-syllable Mantra (Om Mani Padme Hum) and the Energy Mantra, in improvement of one’s spiritual, physical health and mental health.
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